The Canadian and Rocky Mountaineer

Day 1 - Toronto

Arrive in Toronto, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 - Toronto

Use the hop on hop off bus to navigate Toronto, highlights include Casa Loma, St Lawrence Market and the Distillery District

Day 3 - Toronto / Niagara

The Niagara Falls full day tour is an insightful comprehensive guided tour that lets you visit an experience the Upper Rapids, Niagara Horseshoe Falls (on the Canadian side), the American Falls, the Falls up close and personal from Table Rock, and an enchanting Cruise aboard The Niagara City Cruise Boat. After this unforgettable cruise, you will then enjoy a buffet lunch with a view of the majestic Niagara Falls at the Fallsview Restaurant atop the Sheraton Hotel. Following lunch, we will take you on a journey through the scenic Niagara Parkway with stops at Floral Clock, Botanical Gardens, Queenston Heights, Niagara Gorge, and free time in the historic quaint town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Day 4 - VIA Rail The Canadian

Departure & the Great Lakes to the Prairies

Your journey begins mid‑morning at Toronto’s Union Station, where you’ll board and settle into your private cabin with twin seats by day and cosy bunks by night. As the train glides past Lake Ontario’s shores and into southern Ontario’s rolling woodlands, enjoy a three‑course lunch in the dining car before heading to the panoramic Skyline or Park car for breathtaking views. As you cross into Manitoba and Saskatchewan, the landscape opens into vast golden wheat plains with occasional farm towns and glittering small lakes . Dine on regional fare back in the dining car, then return to your private cabin where the gentle sway of the train lulls you to sleep.

Day 5 - VIA Rail The Canadian

Endless Prairie & Northern Forest

On your second day, wake to endless prairie vistas, occasional wildlife sightings—perhaps a herd of bison or elk—and the rhythmic rumble of the rails . Mornings and afternoons on the Park or Skyline car are perfect for meeting fellow passengers and catching scenery that stretches to the horizon. Meals continue to be served in the dining car, creating relaxed moments between stretches. In the evening, lower the cabin bunks and enjoy the privacy of your own space: each cabin has a sink and toilet, and you share a shower in the car . Fall asleep enveloped by the hum of travel mid‑continent

Day 6 - VIA Rail The Canadian

Onwards to Jasper

Continue accross the Praries enjoying another day of fine cusine and big skies.

Day 7 - Jasper

Arrive in the pretty Alpine village of Jasper, transfer to the hotel and spend the day exploring the townsite before your evening wildlife tour.

Day 8 - Jasper and Lake Maligne

Take a daytour past Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake to Maligne Lake, offering stunning vistas. Enjoy an easy guided trail by the lake before return to Jasper

Day 9 - Jasper To Banff - Icefield Parkway Tour

Following the spine of the Canadian Rockies, view a never-ending procession of mammoth mountains, jagged snowy peaks, and over 100 glaciers. The entire day is spent in the majesty of Canada's two most famous National Parks, Banff and Jasper. Enroute, make a stop at Athabasca Falls located just outside of the Jasper Townsite. Among the most powerful and breathtaking falls in the Rocky Mountains, the Athabasca River thunders through a narrow gorge where the walls have been smoothed and potholed by the sheer force of the rushing water carrying sand and rock. Our next stop is the breathtaking Columbia Icefields and Athabasca Glacier where we will allow time to enjoy a Ice Explorer ride on the Glacier & Glacier Skywalk. Next we continue to the Weeping Wall, and the Crowfoot Glacier before joining the Trans Canada Highway near Lake Louise where a stop will be made to view the lake and famous Chateau, then continue on the Trans Canada Highway, passing fortress formations of Castle and Protection Mountains to arrive in to Banff late afternoon.

Day 10 - Banff

Discover Banff and It's Wildlife with Gondola Tour:

Discover the town of Banff and its unspoiled natural surroundings. The highlights include Bow Falls, the hoodoos that are curiously shaped by centuries of erosion, Surprise Corner, Tunnel Mountain Drive which overlooks the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and the magnificent Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake plus tickets for the Banff Gondola, check-in assistance and return transportation to hotel. Maple cookies and refreshment are provided.

Day 11 - Banff

Mountains Lakes & Waterfalls tour (9 Hours)

Visit the most treasured spots in the Canadian Rockies on this amazing excursion through Banff and Yoho National Parks. Experience the evolution of the land and discover how it has shaped the appearance of natural wonders found in these spectacular mountain settings.

Day 12 - Banff to Kamloops Rocky Mountaneer

This morning you will transfer to Banff rail station (included). Your journey towards Vancouver commences today with Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf, heading for Kamloops for an overnight stay. If departing from Banff you will visit Lake Louise, one of Canada’s most recognized features. Walk to the lakeshore, see the turquoise water, and take in the sights that drew early mountaineers here. We follow the Coquihalla Highway, winding our way into the Cascade Mountains prior to arriving in Kamloops, where you will have time to explore the quaint downtown scene and choose your dinner (not included) from the variety of restaurants nearby

Day 13 - Kamloops To Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer

Board the Rocky Mountaineer early this morning for your second day in GoldLeaf. Today’s route offers a dramatic change in landscape as we pass through Canadian desert, to sub-alpine and lush coastal forest before arriving in downtown Vancouver. Following the Coquihalla Highway we arrive in the town of Hope, setting of the “First Blood” movie, for a short rest stop. Continuing onwards, we enter Fraser River Canyon and follow the river through to the Coastal Mountains and the lush Fraser Delta region and our destination – Vancouver

Day 14 - Vancouver

This morning we have included a 3.5 hour Vancouver City Highlights tour. Prepare to experience the unique history and unfolding splendour as you tour through the modern streets of Vancouver. Drive by the most renowned sights and learn how Vancouver became the city it is today. Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and framed by British Columbia's imposing mountains, it's easy to fall in love with this astonishing city. Drive through historic neighbourhoods such as Gastown, Chinatown, scenic English Bay and the picturesque Vancouver Harbour. Stops in Stanley Park feature Indigenous Peoples' Totem Poles, spectacular views of the mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Also includes the opportunity to wander through the charming farmer's market at Granville Island. Reminder of the afternoon at your leisure.

Day 15 - Vancouver

Enjoy a full day of leisure to explore Vancouver at your own pace, speak to your consultant with reagrd to optional day tours, including Whistler, Victoria or Whale Watching

Day 16 - Homeward bound

Spend time at leisure before transfering to the airport for you homeward flight.